{"product_id":"tourmaline-specimen-224g","title":"Tourmaline Specimen - 224g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuartz Crystal Cluster with Black Tourmaline – Skardu Pakistan Collector Mineral Specimen - 225g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive 225g natural mineral specimen from Skardu, Pakistan features a dramatic combination of large Quartz crystals and contrasting Black Tourmaline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen is dominated by several substantial clear to translucent Quartz crystals arranged in a highly three-dimensional formation. Black Tourmaline occurs throughout the piece as deeply striated prismatic crystals, smaller blades, and dark crystals positioned between and alongside the Quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most attractive features is the way the Tourmaline is naturally incorporated throughout the Quartz formation rather than appearing as a single isolated crystal. Several prominent black prisms project outward from the specimen, while additional Tourmaline can be seen partially enclosed within the Quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quartz shows excellent brilliance in strong light, with natural internal veils, fractures, inclusions, and reflective surfaces creating considerable sparkle. The combination of bright Quartz and lustrous black Tourmaline gives this specimen excellent contrast and strong display presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural contacts, inclusions, internal fractures, and incomplete crystal areas are visible throughout the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e225g natural collector mineral specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple large Quartz crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous Black Tourmaline crystals throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent exposed Tourmaline prisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong natural longitudinal striations on Tourmaline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTourmaline partially enclosed within Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear to translucent Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright glassy Quartz luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent black-and-clear mineral contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly three-dimensional crystal arrangement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive display from multiple viewing angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural internal veils and inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual and visually complex crystal association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkardu, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicks Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53991604945196,"sku":null,"price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/1337\/5532\/files\/IMG_9151_706b35d7-f21e-4b65-b96c-2d4998c9d7fd.jpg?v=1788123166","url":"https:\/\/nicksminerals.com\/products\/tourmaline-specimen-224g","provider":"Nicks Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}